Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins Knitting Pattern (Easy Fall Decor on Straight Needles)
Knit cozy striped pumpkins with this easy flat knitting pattern! Made on straight needles, they’re a quick, beginner-friendly project for fall decor.
Easy Flat Knit Pumpkins for Cozy Fall Decor
Add a handmade touch to your autumn decorating with this Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins Knitting Pattern. These cute knitted pumpkins are a fun way to bring cozy texture and seasonal color into your home, and the simple construction makes them an approachable project for knitters of all skill levels. Best of all, the pumpkins are knit flat on straight needles, so there’s no need to use circular needles or double-pointed needles.
The striped design gives these pumpkins a little extra personality and makes it easy to experiment with different fall color combinations. Display the finished pumpkins on a mantel, bookshelf, coffee table, entryway console, or as part of a Thanksgiving centerpiece.
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If you can knit a simple flat piece, you can make these adorable knitted striped pumpkins. The straightforward construction is especially nice for beginners who want to try making seasonal home decor without tackling complicated shaping or knitting in the round.
These easy knit pumpkins are perfect for:
Beginner-friendly fall knitting
Knitting on straight needles
Using leftover yarn from your stash
Practicing simple color changes and stripes
Quick weekend and evening projects
Handmade fall and Thanksgiving decor
Creating easy hostess or seasonal gifts
Making pumpkins in coordinating colors and sizes
Once you’ve made your first pumpkin, you can easily knit several more and create a whole collection for your fall decorating.
Make a Whole Collection of Striped Knit Pumpkins
One of the best things about this easy pumpkin knitting pattern is how customizable the finished pumpkins can be. Go traditional with orange, cream, rust, and brown, or create a softer look using ivory, oatmeal, muted green, mustard, and other warm autumn shades. You can also use contrasting stripes for a bolder look or closely related colors for something more subtle.
Try grouping several knitted pumpkins together in different color combinations for an easy seasonal display. They look especially cozy mixed with real pumpkins, dried leaves, candles, baskets, and other natural fall decorations.
Whether you’re looking for a quick seasonal project or simply want an excuse to use some leftover yarn, these Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins are a fun and easy way to bring handmade charm to your home this autumn.
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Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins Knitting Pattern (Easy Fall Decor on Straight Needles)
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Yarn: Lion Brand Mandala Thick & Quick in Pocket Watch and Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Fisherman #6 super bulky yarn, small amount of brown #6 super bulky yarn for the stem
Needles: size US 13 Single point knitting needles, crochet hood size M for the stem
Gauge: Not important for this pattern
Also needed: yarn needle with large eye, fiber fill
Size: larger pumpkin measures 11 inches tall,, smaller pumpkin measures 9 inches tall
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Pattern instructions:
For the larger pumpkin:
Cast on 36 sts.
Work in Knit 4, Purl 2 ribbing until piece measures approximately 11 inches.
Break yarn, leaving a long tail.
For the smaller pumpkin:
Cast on 30 sts.
Work in Knit 4, Purl 2 ribbing until piece measures approximately 9 inches.
Break yarn, leaving a long tail.
Finishing:
Fold over width-wise and sew side seam. Thread the end of the yarn through the needles and make a slip stitch to gather the end (see 2 pics down for example). Pull to tighten and knot.
Stuff with fiber fill. You can create larger/ smaller pumpkins by adjusting the amount of stuffing.
Once the pumpkin is stuffed, sew the top closed using a slip stitch. Pull to tighten and knot.
How to Crochet a Stem for Your Knitted Pumpkins
Finish your striped knit pumpkins with a simple handmade stem! Instead of using a real twig or a purchased stem, you can crochet a pumpkin stem using a small amount of yarn. It’s an easy finishing touch that gives the pumpkins a polished, completely handmade look.
My How to Crochet a Stem on Pumpkins (Easy Beginner Tutorial) walks you through the process step by step. The tutorial is beginner-friendly and works well for knitted or crocheted pumpkins in a variety of sizes.
Crocheted pumpkin stems are:
Quick and easy to make
Great for using leftover yarn
Easy to customize in length and thickness
Soft and lightweight
Perfect for knit or crochet pumpkins
A simple alternative to using real sticks or purchased stems
Choose brown, tan, olive, or another natural shade to coordinate with your pumpkin colors. Once finished, simply attach the crocheted stem securely to the center of the pumpkin.
See the How to Crochet a Pumpkin Stem Tutorial →
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Want an easy-to-save version of this pattern? The Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins Knitting Pattern PDF includes the complete instructions in a convenient, ad-free format. Download it to your phone or tablet, or print a copy to keep with your knitting supplies.
The printable PDF includes:
Complete step-by-step knitting instructions
Instructions for both pumpkin sizes
Easy flat-knit construction
Knit entirely on straight needles
Beginner-friendly directions
Yarn and needle information
Simple striped ribbed design
Finishing and assembly instructions
Convenient ad-free format
Instant digital download
Easy to save or print for future use
These easy knitted pumpkins are fun to make in different color combinations, so you can return to the pattern whenever you want to add a few more to your fall decor.
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If you enjoyed making these striped pumpkins, keep the cozy autumn crafting going with more fall decor knitting patterns. From textured pumpkins to cute Halloween decorations and seasonal accents, these projects are an easy way to add handmade warmth to your home throughout fall.
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Mix different textures and shades of cream, rust, pumpkin orange, mustard, olive, and brown to create a collection of handmade decorations you can bring out year after year.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins Knitting Pattern
Are these flat knit striped pumpkins beginner-friendly?
Yes! These Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins are a great project for beginners. They’re worked entirely on straight needles using a simple K4, P2 ribbing pattern, so you don’t need to know how to knit in the round or use double-pointed needles.
What kind of yarn should I use for knitted pumpkins?
A yarn with enough structure to hold the pumpkin shape works best. You can use the recommended yarn weight in the pattern or experiment with yarn from your stash. Cream, orange, rust, mustard, olive, brown, and other warm autumn shades all work beautifully.
Can I use leftover yarn for this pattern?
Absolutely. These pumpkins are a great scrap yarn knitting project, especially if you have coordinating colors left over from other fall projects. The stripes also make it easy to combine smaller amounts of yarn.
How are the pumpkins shaped?
The pumpkins begin as simple rectangular pieces knit flat on straight needles. After knitting, the pieces are seamed and gathered to create the round pumpkin shape. Stuffing gives them their soft, plump appearance.
Can I make the pumpkins in different sizes?
Yes. The pattern includes a larger and smaller pumpkin, but you can also experiment with the number of stitches and length of your knitted piece to create additional sizes. A grouping of different-sized pumpkins makes a particularly pretty fall display.
What can I use for the pumpkin stem?
You can add a twig, cinnamon stick, or handmade crocheted stem. If you want the entire pumpkin to be handmade, try my easy How to Crochet a Stem on Pumpkins tutorial.
Get the Printable PDF Pattern
Want an easy-to-read, ad-free version of this pattern? The printable PDF includes the complete pattern in a convenient format you can save or print.
Buy the PDF PatternThese Flat Knit Striped Pumpkins are an easy way to add cozy handmade texture to your fall decor. Because they’re knit flat on straight needles, they’re approachable for beginners while still creating a finished project that looks decorative and polished.
Make a pair in coordinating colors or knit an entire collection in cream, rust, mustard, olive, and warm neutrals. Arrange them on a mantel, bookshelf, entryway table, or Thanksgiving centerpiece for an easy autumn display you can bring out year after year.
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